The Digester

18 hours ago · Pakistan · 86 articles

No deal after 21-hour US-Iran talks in Islamabad, says J.D. Vance

After marathon negotiations in Islamabad, US negotiator J.D. Vance said no agreement was reached and delivered a final offer while Iran described the talks as intensive.

3 hours ago · Monaco · 27 articles

Sinner beats Alcaraz in Monte Carlo final and reclaims world No. 1

Italy's Jannik Sinner beat Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(5) 6-3 in Monte Carlo to win the Masters title and return to the top of the ATP rankings.

9 hours ago · Iran · 39 articles

Iran says US failed to win its trust after Islamabad talks

Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf said Iran presented constructive proposals during 21 hours of negotiations in Islamabad but concluded that the United States did not win the delegation's trust after the talks ended, while US officials blamed Iran over nuclear limits and President Trump minimized the outcome.

10 hours ago · Hungary · 38 articles

Record early turnout in Hungary election puts Orbán’s grip at risk

A surge in early voting and more than 293,000 postal ballots mark a high-turnout start to the election where polls show challenger Péter Magyar leading but final seat outcomes remain uncertain.

4 hours ago · France · 22 articles

Van Aert ends jinx to win Paris-Roubaix ahead of Pogacar

Belgian Wout van Aert outpaced world champion Tadej Pogacar in a puncture-hit Paris-Roubaix to claim the classic at the Roubaix Velodrome.

4 hours ago · Nigeria · 11 articles

Over 200 feared dead after Nigerian airstrike hits market in Yobe

Local officials say Nigerian jets struck Jilli market while pursuing militants, leaving more than 200 feared dead; the Air Force confirmed strikes on Boko Haram in the area but made no mention of the market.

2 hours ago · Spain · 13 articles

Sergio García warned after breaking club at Masters

The 2017 champion received a conduct warning at Augusta after breaking a club on Sunday and later carried Jon Rahm’s clubs while Rahm’s caddie raked a bunker.

7 hours ago · United Kingdom · 17 articles

Chelsea v Manchester City: pivotal Premier League showdown at Stamford Bridge

12 April 2026, Stamford Bridge, kickoff 4:30pm (15:30 GMT); title race reaches a crucial stage.

17 hours ago · Ukraine · 25 articles

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of attacks during Orthodox Easter ceasefire

A 32-hour truce that began at 4 p.m. Moscow time was breached within hours as Russian regions reported Ukrainian drone strikes and Ukraine logged 469 violations by Russian forces.

2 hours ago · United States · 8 articles

Masters 2026: winner’s share $4.5m as McIlroy leads into final round

The Masters purse has risen to $22.5m with a $4.5m winner’s share; Rory McIlroy heads into Sunday as contenders including Cameron Young and Scottie Scheffler close in.

1 hour ago · United States · 5 articles

Trump's Middle East war ends in an ambiguous victory

After weeks of attacks and threats, a fragile ceasefire persists while US and Iran negotiate without a formal deal and the US simultaneously prepares coercive measures such as a possible blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

11 hours ago · Iran · 15 articles

40 Days of War on Iran End with Islamabad-Brokered Ceasefire

After 40 days of cross-border missile, drone and air strikes, delegations met in Islamabad where Pakistan brokered a ceasefire and Iran set out a 10-point peace plan to end hostilities.

celebrity

Asha Bhosle dies at 92; Bollywood mourns

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle has died in Mumbai at 92, triggering widespread tributes from Bollywood figures; her family announced public viewing and funeral arrangements.

8 hours ago · India · 17 articles

science

Artemis II crew reflect on lunar flyby and Earth perspective

Astronauts returning from NASA's Artemis II lunar flyby described awe at the view of Earth, praised the teams behind the mission and said the flight advances plans for a future lunar landing.

9 hours ago · United States · 15 articles

15 hours ago · Hungary · 22 articles

Hungary votes in pivotal election with Orbán's future at stake

On April 12 Hungarians vote in a contest that could end Viktor Orbán's 16 year dominance and reshape how the EU makes decisions, with Brussels watching closely.

6 hours ago · Hungary · 10 articles

Orban and Magyar face off in historic vote

Hungary holds a high-stakes vote on 12 April 2026 that pits Prime Minister Viktor Orban against challenger Magyar, with control of the government and relations with the European Union on the line.

arts

Paddington: The Musical wins seven Olivier awards including Best New Musical

At the 50th Olivier Awards in London Paddington: The Musical dominated the night with seven wins, including Best New Musical, while plays and revivals also scored major prizes.

3 minutes ago · United Kingdom · 4 articles

3 hours ago · United States · 8 articles

Trump threatens 50% tariff on China if it aids Iran after Islamabad talks fail

President Trump said Beijing would face a 50 percent tariff for military support to Iran, threatened to cripple Iran's infrastructure, and ordered steps to secure the Strait of Hormuz after a 21 hour round of talks in Islamabad produced no breakthrough.